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Tequila Avian

This unique Manhattan recipe is better than expected, and we have to give our tequila choice all the credit

Want to liven-up your Manhattan recipe? Try tequila (specifically this one).
Wine bottle punt

Why there’s a bump in the bottom of wine bottles

The reasoning behind the wine bottle punt has as many layers as a good class of burgundy, from stability to an old-timey way of cutting bar patrons off.
Eggnog with spicy cinnamon for Christmas and winter holidays

Mojito, mule, and more: A festive mocktail recipe guide for New Year’s Eve

Fall and winter inspire great cocktails, but it's also a great time to explore mocktails. Mojitos, coquitos, mules, ad more - all right here
Cocktail

Cocktails in 2024: Drink pros say these trends will dominate

Bartenders share insight on the cocktails we'll all be drinking in 2024.
Glasses with bubbling Champagne

The best sparkling wines, according to sommeliers

Sparkling wine is a vast category of varying styles and options. Here are the best of the bunch, according to sommeliers.
Gim gimlet in coupe glasses

These are the best gin mixers to have in your home bar

The joy of gin is you can use a number of different mixers for simple, delicious drinks. Here are the best gin mixers you should have on hand for cocktails.
Citrus pomegranate Champagne twist

The best Champagne cocktail recipes to level up your New Year’s Eve party

We all love a good glass of Champagne. But when you take this delicious bubbly beverage and make a cocktail out of it, something truly magical happens.
Two cups of hot toddies with cinnamon sticks on a piece of cloth.

End the day right with the 6 best nightcap cocktails

A well-made nightcap cocktail is the preface to a good night's sleep. Here's more on the drinks and be sure to give these nightcap cocktails a try.
Islay

Everything you ever wanted to know about peated Scotch whisky

What is peat? Learn all about the secret ingredient to your favorite smoky Scotch whisky.
Whiskey Glass

Why you should fat-wash your whiskey in brown butter

Fat-washing can enrich your whiskey. This is why you should opt for brown butter.
Cocktail bitters

Cocktail bitters 101: Everything you need to know about the ingredients that will make your drinks as good as the pros

Since we’re only at the beginning of how important bitters are to a well-constructed cocktail, let’s take a deep dive into this mysterious ingredient.
Tequila on a wood table

Tequila: 5 easy ways to tell what’s quality and what’s not when buying your next bottle

Tequila isn't just for poor college kids anymore. Here's how to find premium, top-shelf tequila in a saturated market.
straight whiskey

Straight bourbon probably isn’t what you think – here’s the truth

When people drink liquor straight, they usually mean no ice and no mixers. But straight bourbon means something different.
Cocktail

Old-fashioned, mojito, martini: Your favorite drinks can be the perfect Christmas cocktails

These easy cocktails will be a hit at every holiday celebration this December.
Ski beer

Après-ski guide: The best liquors and beer to take with you

Apres ski doesn't mean you have to hit the bar. These are the best liquors and beers to take with you to the mountain.
Pint of beer

Corona, Guinness, and more: The most popular beers and beer brands in America, ranked

Corona or Guiness? What about Heineken? These are the most popular beers in America, ranked
Mezcal

Ilegal mezcal, Creyente mezcal, and more great smoky mezcals to sip all winter long

Looking for great smoky mezcal bottles to sip all winter long? We've got some grat options form ilegal, creyente, and more
Person pouring a line of shots in a bar

How many shots are in a handle of liquor? We’ll walk you through it

Here are some helpful ways to figure out how many handles you and your buddies will need for your next drinking party.
Wines available on Delta Airlines.

This popular wine doesn’t taste great mid-flight (and more secrets that Delta Air Lines’ sommelier revealed)

Andrea Robinson, a Master Sommelier who recently worked with Delta Airlines to elevate its wine program, talks drinking at 30,000 feet.
Frozen grapes on a vine

What is ice wine and why is it so special?

No, not iced wine — ice wine is a sweet desert varietal that's made with an unconventional twist.
A pint of stout at the bar

These are the 12 best stout options to unwind in winter with

These stouts currently on the market offer smooth flavors and silky textures perfectly designed to keep you warm and happy.
Left Hand

Beer news: Left hand Brewing introduces Belgian White Nitro, the world’s first bottled wheat beer with nitrogen

This 4.8% ABV wheat beer is creamy, smooth, and loaded with flavors and aromas like yeast, orange peel, and coriander.
Whiskey

The Irish Whiskey Awards named this the best Irish whiskey of the year (and they should know)

If you like Irish whiskey, you'll love these award-winning options.
blue agave

The best gifts for tequila and mezcal enthusiasts

Tequila and mezcal have risen in popularity, and make a great gift for good friends and acquaintances alike.
A vodka martini with olives

These are the best potato vodka options on the market

Potato vodka is the "healthiest" of vodkas, due to its gluten-free and sugar-free make. Here are a few savory, versatile vodkas that are worth a taste.
Red wine being poured into glass

The best red wine under $20: Our top picks

Red wine doesn't always have to be expensive to be delicious. These are some of the top red wines you can find under $20.
Estelle champagne coups

10 amazing gifts for the wine enthusiast in your life

Looking for the perfect gift for a wine enthusiast? From gadgets to wine gift baskets, these wine gifts will be a hit.
A Kuleana Rum Works sugarcane field.

It’s time to pay attention to Hawaiian rum — why this liquor should be on your bar cart

People don't think of rum when they think of the U.S., but that's changing thanks to a Hawaiian movement stressing sustainability and some quality distilling.
Gin

Gin gift guide: Everything your favorite drink enthusiast needs to craft the perfect cocktail

High-quality gin (and the tools and accessories needed to make that perfect gin & tonic) make the perfect gift.
Whiskey

Whiskey gift guide: Give the present everyone wants this year

When it comes to holiday gift giving, you can't go wrong with whiskey. Check out these whiskies that make great stocking stuffers.
Thanksgiving dinner table at home.

The best Christmas beers to drink this holiday season

Santa would appreciate one of the best holiday beers of 2023 a lot more than cookies. Here are some of our favorites for season.
Glass of white wine

Wine 101: Everything you ever wanted to know about Riesling

Learn the secrets of a great Riesling wine. A wine that is typically a light-bodied beverage and very easy (sometimes too easy) to drink.
Schlafly Beer Nitro Irish Stout

Stout vs. porter: The real differences between the beers

Let's talk beer; Stout vs. porter to be exact. There is a difference and this is why.
Jägermeister in a bottle next to a glass of it

Drambuie, Jagermeister, Schnapps, and more – our after-dinner liqueur guide

Drambuie, Jagermeister, Schnapps — the list of liqueurs is seemingly endless, but we'll help you find the best ones.
Chattanooga Whiskey

This newly released ‘rare’ single barrel whiskey is a limited edition – and less than $50 per bottle

Limited edition single barrel whiskey fior less than $50
Stout

The best imperial stout beer to drink this winter

These are the best imperial stout beer options for anyone who loves strong, dark beer.
whiskey Glass

This $80 bottle of straight bourbon whiskey just won an award as the best spirit in the South

Old Dominick Cask Strength Straight Bourbon Whiskey just won an award as the best in the South - and it's only $80!
Egg nog

What to mix with eggnog: The ultimate guide to this seasonal drink

Eggnog is a classic holiday tradition with many variations. When it comes to what to mix with eggnog, this guide lays out all the options.
Carte Blanche cocktail.

Soju, shochu, and more: An Asian spirits guide for the intrepid imbiber

Our expansive, informative guide on asian spirits like soju, shochu, and Japanese gin.
Two glasses of wine and Christmas balls on a table in a room with Christmas tree.

Holiday wine: Wow your guests with these incredible options

We’ve curated a selection of the best Christmas wines that we think are perfect for the season and for pairing with your holiday feast.
Beer pint

Alpha acid to wet hopping: A craft beer terminology guide

Craft beer has it's very own lingo, like so many things. Here's what to know.
Wild Turkey

This new Wild Turkey bourbon is the brand’s highest-proof release ever (and its most expensive)

Wild Turkey is a household name in bourbon. Check out its most expensive, highest-proof offering.
TEQUILA FINALLY GETS A KICK IN THE PANTS - MATTHEW AND CAMILA MCCONAUGHEY INTRODUCE PANTALONES ORGANIC TEQUILA

Matthew McConaughey’s hit new tequila brand is selling out

This is everything you need to know about Matthew McCounaughey's new tequila brand.
Making a cocktail

Make fantastic cocktails: The 10 best bartending apps to fuel your inner mixologist

With just a quick click and scroll, you can become a bona fide mixologist in no time, thanks to these handy bartending apps for beginners and pros alike.
Whisky

The whisky regions of Scotland: Each has its own history and flavor profile

From salty malts to smoky expressions, learn all about Scotch whisky and the different Scotland regions they come from.
Tom Collins cocktail

The gin cocktail recipes you can’t live without

Up your home bartending game by trying these essential gin cocktail recipes.
Liquor bottles on a bar shelf

The surprising ways vodka can actually be good for you

You surely are familiar with vodka as part of a cocktail. But do you know anything about the health benefits of vodka? Read on to find out.
Boozy Bubbly Lemon French 75 Cocktail with Champagne

How to make a French 75, a great cocktail you’re (probably) overlooking

The French 75. Chances are, you're simply overlooking it. If that's you, we suggest giving it another look, because it's amazing.
Person holding an espresso martini glass placing coffee beans as a garnish.

Make the best espresso martini with these fantastic recipes

These are the perfect cocktails when you need a pick-me-up in order to enjoy happy hour. Check out these top espresso martini cocktails.
Mai Tai

We’ve got a sensational Mai Tai recipe you won’t want to stop making

Our Mai Tai recipe is incredibly simple, easily repeatable, and perfect for almost any occasion